Our People

ACOA is made up of dedicated peopleworking for you and the prosperity of the Atlantic region. With 30 offices throughout Atlantic Canada, our well-known ACOA teams have the region covered, working with business and communities to help make things happen for Atlantic Canada.

The President of ACOA, Francis P. McGuire, is responsible for the administration of the Agency's operations and its employees.

The ACOA head office is located in Moncton, New Brunswick. Regional headquarters are located in each Atlantic provincial capital city, under the direction of vice-presidents who are responsible for implementing ACOA's programs and policies. ACOA’s executive team includes:

President - Francis P. McGuire

Vice-President, Policy and Programs – Daryell Nowlan

Vice-President, New Brunswick – Kent Estabrooks

Vice-President, Newfoundland and Labrador – Ken Martin

A/Vice-President, Nova Scotia – Chuck Maillet

Vice-President, Prince Edward Island – Patrick Dorsey

Vice-President, Finance and Corporate Services – Denise Frenette

Senior Advisor (Energy) – Andrew Noseworthy

Through an Ottawa office, ACOA ensures that Atlantic Canada's interests are reflected in both the policies and programs developed by other departments and agencies of the federal government.